Ch�teau de Champlong triumphs again!
After yet another visit to Ch�teau de Champlong, this time as part of a business club reunion evening meal, a triumph of excellent cuisine by Olivier Boizet was once again experienced gladly by all!The Ch�teau de Champlong, located right in the heart of the Roannais region, is set in lush green countryside.
This charming 17th century mansion, converted into a ch�teau during the
18th century and refurbished throughout by its owners, restaurateurs proud of their native region, offers the unique combination of a warm family atmosphere and a restaurant renowned throughout the entire region.
Chateau de Champlong Triumphs!
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Vichy's amazing attractions near the Roannais.
Vichy is one of France's foremost spas which shot to fame in the 1860s when Napoleon III started taking the waters.
The town retains a real 'fin-de-siecle' charm.The grand old Thermal Establishment built in 1900 has now been transformed
into a shopping mall and the Parc des Sources has a delightful bandstand where afternoon concerts are played. There are many attractions to visit and experience.
Vichy's Attractions
___________________________________________________________ The Marvellous Medieval Village of Le Crozet. 
We visit the beautiful village of 'Le Crozet' once again! Only 20 minutes, or so, from Roanne, up the famous 'Nationale 7' autoroute, nestled at the far end of the Monts de la Madeleine, in the C�te Roannaise you arrive at this gem of a medieval village with a colorful history.
A surprise and a delight is in store for anybody who makes the effort to visit this beautiful place. ____________________________________________________________ Bernard Ceysson Gallery, Saint Etienne. 
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